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Attribute Ratings
- Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches is rated higher in 3 areas: Likelihood to Recommend, Usability, Support Rating
- Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches is rated higher in 1 area: Likelihood to Renew
Likelihood to Recommend
9.1
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
91%
11 Ratings
8.9
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
89%
30 Ratings
Likelihood to Renew
1.6
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
16%
2 Ratings
9.1
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
91%
1 Rating
Usability
9.0
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
90%
2 Ratings
8.1
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
81%
2 Ratings
Support Rating
8.4
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
84%
6 Ratings
8.2
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
82%
2 Ratings
Likelihood to Recommend
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
They are best suited for edge switching applications. We do have a couple in the data center doing legacy copper VM hosts that perform ok. But edge switching is most definitely the best suited, at least in our specific situation. I know that some of the higher end catalyst switches have the ability to do layer 3 functionality, but that's not something that we've personally delved into with the catalyst line.
Network Engineer II
Hall County SchoolsEducation Management, 1001-5000 employees
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
The Cisco Catalyst 3550 Series switches are really well designed for access switches. Means connecting end-users or hosts in a simple manner. They are powerful, offering good PoE performance and overall good performance (no CPU issue, no memory leak), and the IOS-XE is pretty stable on a daily basis

Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology
Telecommunications Company, 10,001+ employeesPros
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
- Simple administration, low occurrence rates, and a wide range of deployment options make it ideal for use in virtually any networking environment.
- Great features and good performance combine to form a small and quiet factor.
- Servers, printers, and PCs can connect via the Cisco Switch's auto smart ports, allowing zero-touch provisioning of edge devices.
IT Specialist
Lamda I-TECHInformation Technology & Services, 11-50 employees
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
- It's so seamless that our users forget there's even a network. Also, slowness is no longer an issue | Hacen que el usuario se olvide de que existe una red. Nadie se queja de lentitud.
- It's easy to implement virtual networks and access lists. | Es posible implementar facilmente redes virtuales y listas de acceso.
- We get the support and attention we need, when we need it. | Tenemos el soporte y la atencion que necesitamos cuando lo requerimos.
Gerente de Tecnologia y Procesos
ASSA Compania de SegurosFinancial Services, 51-200 employees
Cons
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
- Cisco's switch code backup tool isn't the greatest and easiest to use.
- [It's] a lot more money than competitor's products.
- [Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switch] is a very diverse product line for even one model. [It] can be daunting to find the switch you need without Cisco's help.

Verified User
Administrator in Information Technology
Oil & Energy Company, 201-500 employeesCisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
- Price. There are competitors that provide similar service levels at the most reasonable prices.
- The innovation of emerging technology in areas of network management and integration.
- Model numbers can be confusing when wanting to find exactly what you need.
- Cisco IOS feature sets are even more confusing than the model numbers
- Be ware of IOS bug(s) that could affect your infrastructure. But every vendor will have them
Network Analyst
Abbotsford Police DepartmentGovernment Administration, 201-500 employees
Pricing Details
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
General
Free Trial
—Free/Freemium Version
—Premium Consulting/Integration Services
—Entry-level set up fee?
No
Starting Price
—Likelihood to Renew
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches 1.6
Based on 2 answers
We are extremely happy with the Cisco Catalyst series and don't have any reason to switch. As long as we continue to get great use and service out of the products we'll continue to use them for the foreseeable future.
Network Engineer II
Hall County SchoolsEducation Management, 1001-5000 employees
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches 9.1
Based on 1 answer
Catalyst switches are the primary devices we use to deliver networking services to our employees and allow the citizens to access county services.
network analyst
Pinellas County GovernmentGovernment Administration, 1001-5000 employees
Usability
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches 9.0
Based on 2 answers
Cisco by and far does a great job with the Catalyst line. From a layer 2 dumb switch all the way up to ISP carrier grade switching within the Catalyst portfolio. The best part about it is command parity among the various tiers of product. The only differences are going to lie in what features are available per switch.
Network Engineer II
Hall County SchoolsEducation Management, 1001-5000 employees
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches 8.1
Based on 2 answers
Based on my previous experience with other vendors, Cisco is worlds apart. I can manage every feature I need with great flexibility.Other vendors that only provide web UI, limited functionality exists.The other benefit is that since Cisco has been a strong player for so long, their training is being done in some high schools now expanding the knowledge to more of the workforce.
Network Analyst
Abbotsford Police DepartmentGovernment Administration, 201-500 employees
Support Rating
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches 8.4
Based on 6 answers
So far we haven't had very many support issues with our Catalyst switches. When we have had issues TAC is always a pleasure to work with. They're prompt, knowledgeable, and take ownership of the case from open to close. Also, this isn't attributed to Cisco support directly. But because they are so widely known and have such a great market share you can find a solution to almost any issue with a quick internet search.
Network Engineer II
Hall County SchoolsEducation Management, 1001-5000 employees
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches 8.2
Based on 2 answers
TAC is awesome but we have had a few techs that were unaware of what a specific product was.
network analyst
Pinellas County GovernmentGovernment Administration, 1001-5000 employees
Alternatives Considered
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
The Cisco Catalyst switch is a robust switch and has a long lifespan regardless of the cost. it is easy to deploy and configure as a layer 3 device. As compared to other devices like Juniper Switch, it is easy to configure on the network.
Systems Admin
MultiChoiceBroadcast Media, 1001-5000 employees
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
We have used general-purpose budget switches in the past to power our CCTV network and have suffered multiple failures and throughput issues. Most of the products did not live up to their specifications when it came to throughput and operating environment. We were not receiving the assurance level needed for this critical part of our infrastructure, and were looking to upgrade. After using Cisco for several rollouts, we have seen a drastic improvement in uptime and performance

Verified User
Manager in Information Technology
Maritime Company, 1001-5000 employeesReturn on Investment
Cisco Catalyst 3560-CX Series Switches
- Expansion has been made in our organization. We recently use a 24 port switch but as the company grew, we required a more robust switch
- Core switches are able to do MPLS to reach other locations
- Most switches are now 48 port and support fiber ports not only Gigabit ports
Systems Admin
MultiChoiceBroadcast Media, 1001-5000 employees
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches
- They just work. When expanding the network, we can be up and running quickly.
- They're a little more expensive than other options but are more than worth it.
- Always back up your configurations. We have had multiple examples where they lose them during upgrades.

Verified User
Employee in Information Technology
Wholesale Company, 1001-5000 employees